Are you in search of homes for sale or other real estate opportunities in Northwest Edmonton? Here’s what you need to know.

About Northwest Edmonton 

The majority of Northwest Edmonton is defined by Parkland County to the west, Sturgeon County to the north, 97th Street to the east and Yellowhead Trail to the south. A small area located just south of the Yellowhead (north of 111th Ave, east of 170th Street and west of 121st Street) also makes up this vast quadrant.

Northwest Edmonton is also comprised of numerous communities that were once standalone towns, villages or hamlets. Established neighbourhoods such Britannia-Youngstown, High Park and Canora, for instance, were once a part of Jasper Place – a town that amalgamated with the…

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Windsor Park is a south-central Edmonton neighbourhood made extremely popular by its beautiful river valley setting, high-demand real estate opportunities and proximity to Whyte Ave. First established in early 1912 when the City of Strathcona and Edmonton amalgamated, Windsor Park also remains one of the city’s oldest neighbourhoods – boasting mature tree-lined streets paired with plenty of character and charm.

Did you know? Formerly referred to as “River Lot 3”, Windsor Park was officially named in 1910 by an English syndicate. The community is said to take its name from Windsor, England, or Windsor Castle. 

Windsor Park Real Estate 

Although the Windsor Park subdivision was created as early as 1911, only a handful of the community’s…

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Southeast Edmonton is known for its fantastic combination of unique communities (both established and new), accessible amenities and diverse array of home styles. If you’re considering calling Southeast Edmonton home, here are five ultra-affordable neighbourhoods to consider.

Larkspur 

Average Listing Price: $277,000

Minimum Listing Price: $135,000

Maximum Listing Price: $525,000

Located in Southeast Edmonton’s Meadows area, the community of Larkspur is bounded by 24th Street to the west, Whitemud Drive to the north, 17th Street to the east and 38th Ave to the south. A relatively new community situated just east of Mill Woods, development of Larkspur began in the late 1980s and continued well into the mid-2000s.

Larkspur consists…

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Beaumaris is a family-oriented community known for its picturesque lakeside views, affordable home styles and proximity to some of the best amenities Northwest Edmonton has to offer. Located in Edmonton’s popular Castle Downs district, this nature-friendly neighbourhood maintains a relaxed atmosphere ripe with open green spaces, walking trails, waterfront parks and recreational opportunities.

Did you know? Like all other neighbourhoods located in the Castle Downs district, Beaumaris takes its names from a famous castle. “Beaumaris” in this instance, referring to a famous 13th-century castle in Wales.

Beaumaris Home Styles 

Beaumaris was first established in the early 1970s, with development continuing well into 90s. Single-family…

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Located in the heart of Edmonton’s beautiful Lake District, Schonsee is a newer Northeast Edmonton community still undergoing development. This includes the highly acclaimed Village at Schonsee –  a close-knit new home community located in the neighbourhood’s northwestern corner. Known for its modern, affordable new home styles, accessible amenities, vast open spaces and family-friendly atmosphere, Schonsee is rapidly becoming one of Northeast Edmonton’s most desirable places to live.

Did you know? As a nod to Edmonton’s ethnic diversity, all Northeast Edmonton Lake District communities take their names from lakes in different languages. “Schonsee” refers to the German words “schön” (beautiful) and “see” (lake). 

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The Northwest Edmonton community of Griesbach holds a truly unique history in that it was first developed as a Canadian Forces Base (CFB Griesbach) in the early 1950s. The area remained home to military personal and their families until the early 2000s, when the army base was relocated north of the city to Sturgeon County.

Despite its established status, boasting mature trees and plenty of “old neighbourhood” charm, residential development didn’t begin in this Castle Downs community until the early 1990s – when the former military land was transferred to the Canada Lands Company. As such, Griesbach remains one of Edmonton’s “oldest new communities,” which continues to see new homes cropping up within its boundaries today.

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One of five communities located in northeast Edmonton’s Pilot Sound area, Hollick-Kenyon sits nestled near the north Anthony Henday and Manning Drive. Extremely amenity-friendly, this diverse all-in-one neighbourhood was developed with families in mind, offering a broad range of single-family homes in all styles and price points, ample nearby shops and services, several local schools and vast amounts of outdoor space.

Did you know? As a nod to Edmonton’s aviation history, the Pilot Sound district is comprised of five residential neighbourhoods – each taking its name after a brave Canadian pilot, including Brintnell, Matt Berry, Cy Becker, McConachie and, of course, Hollick-Kenyon. 

Hollick-Kenyon Home Styles 

Though Hollick-Kenyon was…

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Welcome to The Best Places to Live in Edmonton, a multi-part series in which we take a deep dive into some of the best communities our diverse and vibrant city has to offer. If you’ve been thinking of purchasing a new home in the capital region, we hope this information will help you zero-in on the right neighbourhood for your unique needs.

South Central Edmonton 

Windsor Park 

Windsor Park is defined by Groat Road to the west, Saskatchewan Drive to the north, 116th Street to the east and University Ave to the south. Offering close proximity to the river valley (and the potential for some truly astounding views), this ultra-desirable neighbourhood sits just a stone’s throw away from William Hawrelak Park, the University of Alberta and…

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A highly sought-after community known for its mature landscape, scenic river valley setting and proximity to downtown, Parkview represents one of Edmonton’s largest residential neighbourhoods. But tree-lined streets, manicured lots and breathtaking cityscape views aren’t the only qualities drawing Edmonton home buyers to this charming, family-friendly community. Parkview remains in high demand thanks to its vibrant amenities and some of the most beautiful luxury homes west Edmonton has to offer.

Did you know? Parkview was created as a result of two subdivided neighbourhoods, Valleyview and Buena Vista. All three communities were named for the area’s scenic river valley vantage points. 

Eclectic Single-Family Homes 

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Situated less than 10-minutes from the city’s vibrant downtown core, Virginia Park remains one of Edmonton’s oldest and most celebrated communities. Nestled snuggly between beautiful Borden Park and Kinnaird Park, this quiet, family-friendly neighbourhood is characterized by tree-lined streets, affordable homes, countless amenities and breathtaking views of both Rat Creek and the North Saskatchewan River Valley.

Did you know? Though the origin of the neighbourhood’s name is not officially known, the community was once home to the Virginia Park Greenhouse, which operated within the heart of the area from 1912 to 1981. The greenhouse has since been moved to southwest Edmonton. (Source: City of Edmonton)

Virginia Park Home Styles 

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